Production Operator

Orbia•Elyria, OH

75d•Onsite

About The Position

Dura-Line is hiring for a Production Operator in Elyria, Ohio at our Garden Street location. Dura-Line, an Orbia Connectivity Solutions business, creates solutions that connect people and information across the globe. As a leading global manufacturer of conduit products and accessories, Dura-Line creates the pathways that power connectivity across a wide range of markets worldwide. Quality, safety, and sustainability are at the core of everything we do, with environmentally responsible practices embedded throughout our manufacturing processes. Be part of our shared mission with Orbia to Advance Life Around the World. The Production Operator is responsible for safely operating extrusion equipment and handling finished product reels to produce high-quality conduit that meets company specifications. This includes monitoring product quality, making necessary process adjustments, documenting operating conditions, ensuring conduit is wound neatly on reels, changing completed reels, and supporting production needs across multiple lines to maintain safe and efficient operations. The Production Operator will work a 2-2-3 schedule of 6:45 to 7 either days or nights.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent preferred.
Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience operating and troubleshooting extrusion or similar manufacturing equipment in a high-volume manufacturing environment.
Demonstrated ability to perform extrusion line setup, changeovers, process adjustments, and quality verification activities with minimal supervision.
Strong understanding of manufacturing quality standards, production processes, and safe work practices.
Proficient in the use of precision measuring instruments, hand tools, and production documentation systems.
Ability to interpret work instructions, production specifications, and quality requirements; strong math and measurement skills required.
Ability to maintain a high level of attention to detail while working safely and consistently in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Basic English communication skills required for safety, quality, and operational documentation.

Nice To Haves

Experience with material handling equipment, including forklifts, preferred.

Responsibilities

Operate, monitor, and optimize extrusion lines to safely produce high-quality products that meet customer and quality specifications.
Adjust process parameters, tooling, and equipment settings to maintain product quality, maximize efficiency, and minimize scrap.
Perform quality inspections, verify product dimensions and tolerances, and make process corrections as needed.
Lead line startups, shutdowns, product changeovers, size changes, and equipment set-up activities.
Troubleshoot process and equipment issues, coordinating with Operations, Maintenance, and Quality teams to resolve problems.
Ensure proper product identification, marking, packaging, reel winding, and shipment preparation in accordance with customer requirements.
Accurately complete production, quality, and inventory documentation.
Collaborate with team members to achieve production goals and ensure smooth operational transitions.
Maintain compliance with all safety, quality, and environmental standards, reporting any hazards or equipment concerns.
Participate in training, continuous improvement, and problem-solving initiatives to drive operational excellence.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Benefits Starting Day One!!
Strong 401(k): up to 6% company match, + automatic 3% company contribution
Quarterly Performance, Referral Bonus, Sign On Bonus, and/or other rewards if appliable!!
Generous Paid PTO, Sick Time & Parental Leave!!
Company-Paid Insurance Coverage!!
Career Growth & Wellness Support!!
Tuition, Fitness, Safety Boots & Safety Glasses Reimbursement!!
healthcare coverage
USA 401(k) retirement savings plan
paid company holidays
paid vacation time
paid sick time
parental leave
short- and long-term disability leave
education reimbursement
employee assistance program